Friday, January 6th
4 p.m.
The sun peered in through the windows of Huelva’s Palace of Bórbon. The governmental neighborhood of Soria, home to the Prime Minister’s palace, main monarch residence, the national capitol building, and many other federal buildings, was loud and noisy as commuting traffic was hustling through the area.
Prime Minister Pedro Areces Garcia was preparing to rest, as he was exhausted after a busy day of constant meetings, briefings, and decisions to make. Just as Areces Garcia was preparing to head out of his office and enter his bedroom, one of his most trusted aides entered the room.
“Mr. Prime Minister, the Ministry Foreign Affairs wants you to offer a delegation from Northern Sugovia to visit Cadiz, with a trip making stops in Huelva, Valencia, select areas in Los Oviedos, and the Northern Sugovian border with Cadiz.”
Areces Garcia nodded his head, thinking about the trip. “Okay then, let’s send over an invitation to Northern Sugovia if the ministry says so. But make sure to check in with Minister Sánchez first!” He stopped for a moment. “Oh, and, any other important matters to be dealt with for the day? I’m thinking about taking a nap.”
The aide, Cristina Olmo, scrambled through her only semi-organized manilla folders. “Hmm, let me check.” She pulled out a document, crinkled and written in large Times New Roman text. It now seemed to axiomatic that her organization skills were at the bare minimum. “Hmm, this isn’t it.” She put the paper back. “Well Mr. Prime Minister, it doesn’t seem like that is so. That is unless an urgent matter needing your attention immediately arises quickly. But for now, have a nice rest. I’ll see you tomorrow morning.” She left the room and slammed the door shut behind her.
Monday, January 9th
3 p.m.
Olmo walked into the office. She wasn’t holding any folders or binders this time. She placed her hands down on the desk. “Invite to Northern Sugovia was sent, expect to hear back from them soon. For now, we should wait. And remember about your meeting with Senator Ramos later! She’ll have a lot to say – so be prepared! I will or Jorge will hand over a binder for the meeting for you.”
Areces Garcia thanked her and she left the room.